Heat is a one-day way to clear bed bugs from a house or cottage. The crew sets up commercial heaters and fans and uses remote probes to track temperatures deep inside mattresses, cushions and wall edges. Most Bodega households can sleep at home again that night.
Why Heat Works
Bed bugs and their eggs die when kept hot for long enough, and heat is not something they can grow resistant to. Crews aim to hold the coolest spots in each room at about 120°F or more, flipping mattresses and shifting cushions so no layer stays cool.
How the Day Goes
- SetupItems that could melt are removed, then heaters, fans and sensors are placed.
- Warm upEach room climbs to target temperature over several hours.
- HoldThe crew watches readings and moves belongings so heat reaches every corner.
- FinishAfter cooling, results are checked and a residual may be added along edges.
Heat in Bodega Homes
Heat is a good match for ranch hosts who need a cottage back quickly and families who want no chemicals near the beds. Some Bodega houses and outbuildings are many decades old, so ask the crew to check the electrical panel beforehand and whether it runs its own generator.
Remove These First
- Candles, crayons, cosmetics, aerosols, medicines, houseplants and pets.
- Artwork, photographs, vinyl and anything prone to melting or warping.
- Electronics or instruments the crew lists.
- Keep clothing and bedding where it is unless told to move it.
Questions About Heat Treatment
Can our guest cottage take bookings the day after heat?
Often it can. Once the rooms cool and the crew signs off, the space is usually usable that evening, though many hosts wait for a dog recheck before the next guest.
Could I just crank the wall heater or wood stove?
No. The EPA warns that home heaters cannot raise a room evenly to lethal levels and can cause fires, which is the last thing a wooden farmhouse needs.
How your call is handled: Bed Bug Control CA is a free referral service. When you call or send the form, you are connected with an independent, licensed pest control company that serves Bodega. That company inspects, quotes and does the work.